CHEM 152L: Survey of Organic and BioOrganic Chemistry Laboratory (1 credit)

Catalog Description

Techniques of preparation, purification, and identification of organic compounds. (3 hrs. lab.)

Prerequisite: Credit for CHEM 151L and credit for or registration in CHEM 152.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Develop an appreciation for the methods of scientific inquiry though laboratory experiments.
• Identify functional groups of organic chemicals using tests based on chemical properties.
• Carry out common laboratory methods of separation and purification of materials.
• Prepare polymers, esters, soap and other common organic chemicals.
• Apply laboratory safety procedures, recognize and respond to hazards.
• Gain experience in the use of several techniques to identify unknown chemicals and detect enzyme activity.

Degrees and Certificates at WCC the Course Applies To

• WCC Associate in Arts: DY
• Academic Subject Certificate in Plant Biotechnology

Resources

• Chemistry

Current Offerings

• none

Past Offerings

• None